Happy Derby!!! I had a great Thurby and am headed back today for Oaks. Instead of our normal edition, we have a special treat for you — the ultimate collection of tips from locals. Thanks to everyone who contributed!

Shout-out 📣 to my friends, Jennifer & James Ball, who own Take Charge Milady (post position 10) running in the Oaks today. Best of luck to them!

Here’s Derby Cheatcodes: Trackside & Table side Wisdom from Louisville Insiders — a curated collection of the best, time-tested tips for making the most of Derby Week. These are the real cheatcodes: shortcuts, hacks, and hard-won wisdom locals actually use to do Derby right, whether they’re at Churchill Downs or celebrating from home.

The guide is organized into eight key sections: Transportation & Logistics, Betting Strategies, Attire & Comfort, Food & Drink Tips (Track + At Home), Party Hosting Tips, Health & Safety, General Tips, and Mistakes to Avoid. It’s everything you need to have your smoothest, most fun, and most local Derby Week yet.

Be sure to take our poll at the bottom of the guide!

-Todd